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• Hypatia | the murder and Resurrection of Alexandria's Greatest Teacher

  🎙 Sisters in STEM: The Truth About Hypatia (No, She Wasn’t a Math Babe Martyr) Who really was Hypatia of Alexandria? A fourth-century philosopher. A math editor. A teacher who handed out celestial knowledge like candy—and nope, she wasn’t some toga-clad sex symbol seducing her students for extra credit. (We’re looking at you, 19th-century fanfic bros.) In this season finale of For the Love of History, your charmingly chaotic guide TK unpacks the real story behind one of the most misunderstood women in STEM history. We travel back to the golden—er, blood-stained—streets of ancient Alexandria, where academic clout could literally get you killed. (Spoiler alert: it did.) This episode dives into: ⭐ Why Hypatia was the original SparkNotes queen of ancient math 🌟 The messy political stew that led to Hypatia’s brutal death (hint: it wasn’t religion) 🌟 The manipulation and exaggeration of her character 🌟 And yes… that iconic tampon mic drop moment 💅 So if you’re into the history of women in STEM, Alexandria drama, or just love a good ancient scandal, this one’s for you. ✨ Want more delightful brain food? Support the pod and get bonus goodies over on [Patreon] ( 👉 Don’t forget to rate, review, and tell your cat about us. It helps more history nerds find us! 🐈‍⬛ Patreon  Instagram  Website TikTok Merch Store YouTube Target SEO Keywords: Hypatia of Alexandria history of women in STEM ancient women philosophers women in science history Neoplatonism explained Library of Alexandria Alexandria history ancient math history Hypatia podcast Hypatia the philosopher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 5th Year Anniversary Live Q&A

  I can't thank this community enough, thank you for giving me a voice, thank you for helping me give a voice to the voiceless of the past, and thank you for joining me for the last 5 years as I talk about the weirdest shit in history! I love you always and don't forget to drink your water 💙💛 TK 🍩 💙💛 Links & Housekeeping 🎤 Love for the Love of History? Rate, review, and share this episode! 🤩App Info🤩 ______________________________________ Want more For the Love of History? Patreon Instagram Website TikTok Spotify Merch Store Book Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Worst Jobs in History | Groom of the Stool, Tosher, Match Stick Girl

  🛑 Step away from the keyboard, put down your lukewarm coffee, and get ready for a journey through the most stomach-churning, backbreaking, and downright horrifying jobs in history! This week, we’re diving into the roles that made people question their life choices—often while covered in filth, plague, or both. What’s Inside This Episode? 💩 Tosher – Because someone had to shovel Victorian human waste (spoiler: it was as bad as it sounds) 🔥 Sin Eater – the poor unfortunate souls that ate bread and took one for the team (self-inflicted eternal damnation) 🪱 Leech Catchers – keeping up with leech demand was a full-time job 🤿 Can Oppeners – it is not at ALL what you think it is, think boom boom balloons underwater 🤮 And so much more Why You’ll Love It: If you’ve ever thought your job was bad, this episode will make you grateful for ergonomic chairs and lunch breaks. We’re talking about professions that were dangerous, disgusting, and (somehow) still essential to society. History has never smelled worse—and we’re here to tell you all about it! What It Was Like to Be a Body Collector During the Black Plague Resurrectionists: The Body Snatchers that Built Modern Medicine The Worst Jobs In History with Tony Robinson S02E01 Urban Links & Housekeeping 🎤 Love history with a side of absurdity? Rate, review, and share this episode! 🤩App Info🤩 📚 Resources 📚 ______________________________________ Want more For the Love of History? Patreon Instagram Website TikTok Spotify Merch Store Book Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• The Ghost Brush | Hokusai's Daughter and Hidden Collaborator Katsushika Oi

  It's time for some hidden history, dear one!! Did you know one of Japan’s most famous artists had a secret weapon? And no, it wasn’t just his paintbrush! In this episode, we uncover the fascinating, overlooked story of Katsushika Oi, the daughter (and possible secret collaborator) of the legendary Hokusai! Oi wasn’t just any artist—she was a bold, brilliant painter who worked in the shadow of her famous father. Her work, including the stunning 'Night Scene in the Yoshiwara,' showcased her mastery of light and color. But was she merely an assistant, or did she play a far bigger role in Hokusai’s masterpieces? Join us as we dive into her life, her art, and the reasons history nearly erased her. Spoiler: This is hidden women’s history at its finest! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🎨 Who was Katsushika Oi, and why was she so important?👻 The inspiration behind The Ghost Brush and Oi’s mysterious legacy 🖌️ Why her work was overshadowed—and how modern scholars are changing that 📜 The hidden women’s history behind Japan’s Edo-era art scene, including other overlooked female artists of the period Love untold stories of incredible women? Support the podcast and unlock exclusive content—like behind-the-scenes insights, bonus episodes, and more—by joining us on Patreon! Want to experience history with me in real life? Join the History BFF Trip this August and explore Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara while we celebrate history, culture, and maybe even some birthday karaoke chaos. Spots are filling up—grab yours before they’re gone! https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/japan/japan-with-tehya-nakamura-aug-2025 Until next time, drink your water (yes, now), and remember: the gods may be immortal, but so is defiance. 🎙️✨ NHK Show https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/shows/3018009/ 🤩App Info🤩 📚 Resources 📚 ______________________________________ Want more For the Love of History? Patreon Instagram Website TikTok Spotify Merch Store Book Club Keywords: Hidden women’s history, Katsushika Oi, Hokusai’s daughter, The Ghost Brush, Edo period art, Japanese women artists, forgotten female artists, history podcast, art history Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Victorian Nipple Rings: A Tale of Fashion, Status & Scandal

  Hold onto your corsets and brace yourself for some historical spice, because today we’re talking about Victorian nipple rings. Yes, you read that right. The prim and proper era of high collars, afternoon tea, and… pierced nipples? Turns out, the Victorians (and their French counterparts in the Belle Époque) were way freakier than we give them credit for. What’s Inside This Episode? 💎 The origins of nipple piercings—from medieval queens to Victorian aristocrats 💎 Why high society women (and men!) loved to bedazzle their naughty bits 💎 The wildest myths and medical fears surrounding nipple piercings (spoiler: cancer, madness, and loose morals) 💎 The connection between hygiene, wealth, and who could afford a fancy nipple ring 💎 The scandalous underground world of Victorian body modification (yes, it was a thing!) Why You’ll Love It: If you love history with a side of sass and scandal, this episode is a must-listen. We’re busting myths, spilling tea, and giving a whole new meaning to putting a ring on it—Victorian style. Plus, you’ll never look at Julius Caesar or Parisian aristocrats the same way again. Links & Housekeeping 🎤 Want more historical chaos? Follow For the Love of History on Instagram! @fortheloveof_historypodcast 💬 Love this episode? Leave a rating & review—it makes my day (and keeps the history algorithm gods happy)! 📱 Join the Patreon for behind-the-scenes content, history polls, and Japan adventures! Next time, we’re diving into the world of Victorian tattoos—because body mods weren’t just for sailors. Until then, keep your jewelry where you like it, embrace the weird, and stay curious! Want to experience history with me in real life? Join the History BFF Trip this August and explore Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara while we celebrate history, culture, and maybe even some birthday karaoke chaos. Spots are filling up—grab yours before they’re gone! https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/japan/japan-with-tehya-nakamura-aug-2025 🤩App Info🤩 📚 Resources 📚 ______________________________________ Want more For the Love of History? Patreon Instagram Website TikTok Spotify Merch Store Book Club Further Reading Encyclopedia of Body Adornment English Mechanic and World of Science Victorian Nipple Rings Nipple Rings for Aristocrats – The Wild Victorian Fashion Trend Nipple rings and genital piercings were once a symbol of the Victorian upper class Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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